Environmental Studies

Environmental studies at Bowdoin reflects the College's recognition that humans must learn to live in harmony with nature and that human activities are dependent upon natural processes.

Almost Two Dozen Students and Alumni Offered Fulbright Awards
Bowdoin students and recent graduates have been offered Fulbrights to teach English or conduct research abroad next year in countries spanning the globe.
Ayana Harscoet ’21 Wins Udall Scholarship for Her Commitment to the Environment
The awards are offered to sophomores and juniors who have shown exemplary leadership, public service, and commitment to Native American or environmental issues.
Beckett Slayton ’21 Helps Maine Plan for Climate Change
Last September, junior Beckett Slayton joined the state's inaugural Climate Council, lending his perspective to important decisions that will affect future generations.

Student Research

"The Progressive Roots of ALEC: Familial Wealth and Anti-Democracy in the Conservation Era", February, 28, 2019

Environmental Studies Newsletter
Kent Island

Environmental Studies

Almost Two Dozen Students and Alumni Offered Fulbright Awards

Ayana Harscoet ’21 Wins Udall Scholarship for Her Commitment to the Environment

Beckett Slayton ’21 Helps Maine Plan for Climate Change

Historian Joseph E. Taylor III

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